Center Steven Adams will be back for the Grizzlies as they play Game 3 vs. the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco this evening. The game will be on ABC at 7:30.
The DM has a look at Nick Barbian, soon to open Big River Market, an upscale convenience store in South Main.
Bad news: The rolling 7-day average for new COVID-19 cases in Shelby County is above 100 for the first time since February 21.
The South Main Association has announced its monthly South Main Social for May. It will happen this Tuesday, May 10 from 6 to 8 PM at Urevbu Gallery at the corner of Main and Huling. There will be charcuterie by Feast & Graze, cookies by Butteriffic Bakery, and complimentary wine and beer. Free for SMA members, $20 for non-members.
Daaaaang… some Miami hotels are charging $100,000 a night for suites as Formula One’s Miami Grand Prix comes to the city this weekend. (credit: Morning Brew)
Downtown’s Crowne Plaza Hotel seeks a bartender.
Today is Brunch for Lunch Day. It’s load-in day for many of the teams at BBQ Fest. And it’s the Kentucky Derby. Post time is 5:57 but NBC’s coverage begins at 1:30.
The University of Memphis’ spring commencement is at FedExForum today. Congratulations to all who are graduating.
The Grizzlies’ official watch party for Game 3 starts at 7:00 tonight at Fourth Bluff Park.
It’s Siete de Mayo at the Blind Bear. Taco & tequila specials, Red Feather on the patio 3-6 PM, FreeWorld 8 PM-midnight.
The first fireworks show of the year happens tonight following the Redbirds’ game vs. the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. First pitch is 6:35.
Go Grizzlies! Back tomorrow with more news.